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easyJet announces new Berlin and Gran Canaria routes from Newcastle Airport

British low-cost airline carrier easyJet has announced it will launch two new routes from Newcastle International Airport in November later this year.

Launching two new routes from Newcastle International Airport to Berlin in Germany and Las Palmas in Gran Canaria, Newcastle’s largest airline says it expects to carry more than 36,000 passengers in the first year of operation.

Passengers in the North-East will be able to fly with easyJet directly to Berlin Schoenefeld up to three times a week year-round on Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and Saturdays.

Meanwhile, flights from Newcastle International to Las Palmas will take-off every Tuesday over the winter season. and is ideal for those wanting to take advantage of Gran Canaria’s winter sun and escape to warmer climes over the Christmas and New Year period.

John Irving, Business Development Director at Newcastle International Airport, said: “We are delighted to welcome the return of Berlin to easyJet’s network from Newcastle.

“Berlin is a fantastic destination and a leading European city, so with flights conveniently timed up to three times a week year-round, we expect this service to be extremely popular with both business and leisure travellers.

“Las Palmas continues to be a favoured destination for the North East travelling public and will be ideal for those looking to escape for some winter sun.

“We have worked extremely hard to secure both services and having built a great working relationship with easyJet, we look forward to more future success.”

Ali Gayward, easyJet’s UK Commercial Manager, added: “We are very excited to be launching these two new routes, meaning our passengers in the North East now have a choice of 17 of Europe’s best city, ski and beach destinations.”

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